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Teen dead following apparent drowning in Berkshire County
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – A teenager is dead following an apparent drowning in Berkshire County. Great Barrington Police said a 911 call was made shortly before 2 p.m. Wednesday reporting that a 14-year-old was unaccounted for at the Benedict Pond beach area. Before crews arrived, the teen was...
List: Affordable housing lotteries open in the Bronx
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – Four affordable housing lotteries are currently open in the Bronx, according to NYC Housing Connect. NYC Housing Connect is an online portal where people can find and apply for affordable housing opportunities in New York City. Here’s a list of the affordable housing lotteries open in the Bronx, including the […]
New research provides evidence to support integration of hands-on projects in engineering education
A new study provides evidence supporting the integration of hands-on projects and interdisciplinary teamwork in engineering curricula, promoting deeper understanding and application of theoretical concepts, potentially influencing educational practices in STEM fields. SUNY Polytechnic Institute Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Aarthi Sekaran and Union College Associate Professor of Civil...
Albany plans revolution anniversary celebration
The AlbanyNY250 Commission announced plans for “Crossroads of the Revolution,” a celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence The post Albany plans revolution anniversary celebration first appeared on Spotlight News.
Despite Concerns, ArenaBowl XXXIII set to be Played this Friday in New Jersey
Albany, N.Y. — Well as the saying goes, where there's smoke, there's fire. But in this case, the Albany Firebirds are still going to New Jersey. The indoor football rumor mill was swirling all day on Wednesday, lots going on behind the scenes, but what we can confirm: ArenaBowl XXXIII at the American Dream Mall this Friday is a go. Firebirds Team President Jeff Levack and AFL officials confirming this championship game will take place no matter what.
First steps in new Saratoga Hospital expansion approved by city council
Saratoga Hospital is moving forward with a proposed expansion after initial approval from the Saratoga Springs City Council. Saratoga Hospital’s Planned Unit Development has been amended six times since being established in 1987. At Tuesday’s city council meeting, representatives of the hospital pitched the newest addition—a 60,000 square foot medical facility on Myrtle Street.
Albany man pleaded not guilty to attacking restaurant worker
The suspect accused of attacking a restaurant cook after attempting to dine and dash at Shogun Sushi on May 29 appeared in Albany County court on Wednesday. Lucas Healey, 42, of Albany, pleaded not guilty to robbery and assault charges.
Meet Shaker High School’s New Taft Hall Dean
On July 8, 2024, the North Colonie Board of Education appointed the new Taft Hall Dean for Shaker High School. Please join us in welcoming Ms. Morgan Flynn to the North Colonie Central School District. Ms. Flynn has been an English teacher for the past decade, working with high school...
Maria College Extends President Ortale’s Contract Through 2030
Maria College’s Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a contract extension for President Lynn Ortale, Ph.D., securing her leadership through 2030. Dr. Ortale, who became the College’s sixth president in July 2022, began her extended term on July 1. Outgoing Board Chair Mary Jo LaPosta noted that Dr....
Steve Hammond and Rabid Children release ‘Does the Heartbeat’: Upstate Beat
Since moving to the Capital Region five years ago, Kansas native Steve Hammond has made a mark on the area music scene in several local bands. His twangy old-school country outfit The AMs play honky-tonk in the vein of Buck Owens, and they recently opened for the legendary Hank Williams’ great-grandson Coleman Williams at the Hangar on the Hudson in Troy.
Playhouse Stage shakes up summer with ‘Legally Blonde’
The theater’s 36th summer continues in air-conditioned comfort. Patrons will be able to experience the atmosphere of Washington Park the Cohoes Music Hall. The post Playhouse Stage shakes up summer with ‘Legally Blonde’ first appeared on Spotlight News.
Lake George beach closed due to E. coli from storm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has temporarily closed Lake George's Million Dollar Beach. The closure is due to the heavy rains which resulted in elevated levels of E. coli in the water.
SVMC Recognized for Excellence in Emergency Nursing
BENNINGTON, Vt. — The Kendall Emergency Department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center has been selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association's 2024 Lantern Award for demonstrating excellence in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance. The Lantern Award showcases emergency department's (ED) accomplishments in incorporating evidence-based practice...
Paramedics eyed as avenue for opioid addiction treatment
July 17, 2024 – Paramedics have the tools to revive someone from an opioid overdose, but they are limited in what additional treatments they’re able to provide. Dr. Michael Dailey, chief of pre-hospital medicine at Albany Medical Center, explains why emergency medical responders should also be authorized to administer buprenorphine.
REVIEW: Herb Alpert provides the calm after the storm at The Egg in Albany
In a world that functions — and at times dysfunctions — on a see-saw of conflict vs. resolution, much of our music reflects that process. Trumpet player Herb Alpert is all about that resolution, but without the conflict. His show to a sold-out audience at The Egg in Albany on Tuesday was “nice.” And I don’t mean that in a deprecating way.
Women’s Health Wednesday: Watching for vision problems
Two out of every three cases of vision problems occur in women, according to the National Eye Institute. Women are also more likely to develop certain eye diseases according to studies from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Bond, Boroujerdi, and Shelukar Join Men’s Basketball Staff
ALBANY, N.Y. – The University at Albany men's basketball team has announced the hiring of Jaylen Bond, Kian Boroujerdi, and Sanjit Shelukar for the 2024-25 season. Bond will serve as an assistant coach, Boroujerdi will serve as the team's director of basketball operations, and Shelukar joins as a graduate assistant.
Big Moves at Stewart’s Shops
Stewart’s Shops recently named its first-ever chief operating officer and celebrated the first year of its online shop. Ballston Spa, New York-based Stewart’s Shops, No. 23 on CSP’s 2024 Top 202 ranking of convenience-store chains by store count, also made some changes to its brick-and-mortar locations, one of which the company closed due to a rise in crime.
[WATCH] Crews Respond to Pizza Shop Fire in Cohoes
Fire crews from Cohoes, Green Island and the Watervliet Arsenal were called to a Structure Fire at SJ Pizza on Ontario Street in Cohoes. It happened just after 11pm. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke coming from the building. Cohoes fire chief Joseph Fahd told NewsChannel 13 they were...
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